The Perfect Glaze for a Show-Stopping Christmas Ham
Let’s make your Christmas ham unforgettable this year.
This Blackberry Spiced Christmas Ham Glaze is rich, glossy and full of warm festive flavour, made with blackberry jam, fresh citrus, honey and real spices.
It’s ready in 10 minutes, and the full method is over on our YouTube channel (video included).
Save this glaze recipe for when the oven goes on Christmas morning.
Why This Glaze Actually Works
Most ham glaze recipes drown the meat in sugar. This version builds flavour first —
real spice + real fruit + proper ham = no shortcuts.
It lets your ham shine, not hide behind sweetness.
This recipe is shown using our award-winning Smoked Ham, made in-house from 100% Australian pork.
👉 Order yours here! (limited stock before Christmas):
Ingredients
Serves: Enough to glaze one large ham
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
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1 jar blackberry jam
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3–4 strips of orange rind
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Whole cloves
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3 whole star anise
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1 cinnamon stick
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½ cup orange juice
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tsp mixed spice
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1 tsp salt
Method
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Add blackberry jam to a small saucepan.
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Grate or peel strips of orange rind and add to the pan.
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Add whole cloves, whole star anise & a cinnamon stick.
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Pour in orange juice and add honey, mixed spice & salt.
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Place over medium heat and stir gently.
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Simmer until the glaze thickens and becomes glossy (around 5–10 mins).
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Remove whole spices for a softer flavour — or leave them in for a stronger infusion.
Make Christmas Easy
Once your glaze is ready, simply brush it over your ham and return it to the oven.
Serve warm with fresh salads or use leftovers for:
✔ Ham & cheese toasties
✔ Boxing Day omelettes
✔ Loaded frittatas
✔ Potato bake add-ins
Need sides? Our award-winning smoked chicken, sausages & salads are all available in store — just ask the team.
Visit Us This Week
Order online or pick up in person:
The Lucky Pig Butchery
452 Centre Road, Bentleigh
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